Fossil Fuel Formation Quiz

False (B)

Coal, oil, and natural gas

<p>Anaerobic conditions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>plant</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Solar power (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Blades, a nacelle (housing), and a generator</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reliable 24/7 energy source (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>falling</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>No greenhouse gas emissions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uranium</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fossil fuels = Non-renewable, finite resource Solar power = Renewable, inexhaustible source Wind power = Renewable, but not always reliable Biofuels = Renewable, but can compete with food production Hydroelectric power = Renewable, but can impact ecosystems Geothermal energy = Renewable, but limited geographic availability</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Shifting to renewable energy sources, reducing energy consumption through efficiency measures and education, developing new energy technologies, and implementing government policies to promote sustainable energy use.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Leaving lights on in unused rooms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Promoting public transportation, increasing fuel efficiency standards for vehicles, encouraging carpooling and ride-sharing, supporting the development of electric vehicles, and investing in infrastructure for alternative transportation modes like cycling and walking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Inability to fly, starvation, oil poisoning due to feather damage, eye irritation, and drowning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To regulate oil spills in marine environments (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Human activities that increase demand for oil (such as transportation and industrial production) contribute to the higher risk of oil spills, as more oil is extracted, transported, and used. Additionally, human actions at the sea, such as offshore drilling and shipping, can also lead to oil spills and pollution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A type of non-renewable energy resource formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals over millions of years.

The process by which dead plant and animal matter is transformed into crude oil and natural gas under high pressure and heat.

The process by which dead plant matter is converted into coal under extreme pressure and heat over millions of years.

Energy resources that can be replenished naturally over time.

Energy resources that are finite, meaning they can't be replaced once consumed.

Derived from plant or animal waste, it can be burned to generate energy.

A type of biofuel produced from fermented plant matter, often used as a petrol substitute.

Gas produced from the decomposition of organic matter, like landfill waste, plant waste, or sewage.

The total amount of energy consumed by human activities.

Energy used in homes for cooking, heating, lighting, and operating appliances.

Energy used in industries for manufacturing, processing, and producing goods.

The energy used for transportation, including cars, trucks, trains, ships, and airplanes.

The impact of wealth on energy consumption. As wealth increases, people tend to consume more energy.

The influence of weather and climate on energy demand. Cold weather increases heating needs, while hot weather increases cooling needs.

Strategies to use energy efficiently and reduce waste.

Shifting electricity production towards renewable energy sources to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

Developing energy-efficient technologies and promoting responsible energy consumption through education.

Investing in research and development of new energy sources and technologies.

Using government policies to encourage the use of public transport, promote fuel-efficient vehicles, and reduce reliance on private cars.

The release of oil into marine or coastal ecosystems, often caused by accidents during extraction, transportation, or shipping.

The process of extracting oil from beneath the seafloor.

Pipelines used to transport oil across land, sometimes over long distances.

The transportation of oil by sea using large tankers.

The harmful effects of oil spills on marine and coastal ecosystems, including birds, mammals, beaches, and coral reefs.

An international treaty designed to prevent pollution from ships, including oil spills.

Oil tankers with double hulls, providing an extra layer of protection against spills during accidents.

Methods used to contain, remove, or mitigate the effects of oil spills.

Floating barriers used during oil spills to contain the spread of oil.

Chemicals used to break down spilled oil into smaller droplets, making biodegradation easier.

Specialized boats that skim oil from the surface of the water, collecting it for processing and disposal.

Materials like peat moss used to absorb spilled oil, preventing it from spreading further.